The follow have been seen as risk factors for OSA. Some you can change, like being overweight or smoking. Others you have little choice in, like your age, family history, or being a male. Either way, we can help you. Look these over and if you find more than a few of these factors being true don't despair, just give us a call. We understand.

Being overweight - obesity is a major risk factor, although thin people can develop severe sleep apnea also.

Nasal congestion or obstruction - sinus trouble or allergies.

Large tonsils and/or adenoids, having a "crowded throat", a large tongue or small jaw.